Fabrication Supervisor (Day or Weekend Shift)

Location: Alexandria, MN. Full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Lead Fabrication team members
• Hire, coach, mentor, and engage Fabrication team to perform at the highest level.
• Train and develop team members to reach their full potential, ensuring the skills and knowledge to excel.
• Relentlessly promote Aagard culture.
• Communicate openly, share knowledge, build positive collaboration between all shifts and departments.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.
• Ensure parts and processes meet quality standards through routine maintenance and checks.
• Identify and implement best practices to boost performance, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor safety and quality metrics, addressing issues promptly to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure team members operate efficiently and with urgency
• Complete machine units and rework on schedule to keep projects moving.
• Respond quickly to customer needs with an “I can’t believe they pulled that off” mindset.
• Operate and set up fabrication equipment proficiently to meet production goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, tooling, and process issues to support team success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Machine Tool Technology or a related field preferred, along with 3 years of manufacturing supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in interviewing, performance management, coaching, and developing teams advantageous
• Proficient in reading CAD drawings and blueprints
• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate CNC equipment
• Experience in machinery fabrication and measuring instruments
• Strong prioritization, time management, organization, proactive decision-making, and attention to detail
• Experience with Microsoft products including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Confidence and ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
• Commitment to exceeding customer expectations
• Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare for You and Your Family
  • No-Cost Coverage: Preventive & major medical coverage for you and your family—fully paid by Aagard.
  • Flexible Health Options: Choose your own plan with company contributions through our Traditional Individual Insurance.
  • Payment-in-lieu: Receive extra compensation if you’re insured elsewhere.
  • Company-Paid Benefits: Dental, Life, and Disability insurance—all included.
  • Wellness Support: Reimbursements for gym memberships, nutrition counseling, mental health services, vision screenings, and more.
• Financial Security
  • 401(k) with Company Match: 50% match on the first 10% of your contributions.
  • Quarterly Profit Sharing: Celebrate success with rewards that grow with our company.
• Time Off
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy time for rest and relaxation.
  • 9 Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Paid Bereavement Leave for life’s difficult moments.
  • Volunteer Time Off: Make an impact with paid time to support causes you care about.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  • Pathways to Leadership: Build your future with mentorship and servant leadership programs.
  • Educational Support: Scholarships and tuition reimbursement to help you grow.
• Unique Offerings That Set Us Apart
  • Celebrate, Care,